HWS has packed it in, now to choose a new one

The timing is brilliant I tells ya! House settled on Friday (Bought out ex-wife's share), and the HWS packed it in just last night. Good thing I've got some money spare, otherwise I'd actually be worried :)

Anyway, I'd like a little (Or a lot, if willing) bit of advice.

1. Any recommendations? I'm going to go for another storage system, and would like to get a recommendation on a good brand.
Currently I've got Alinta Gas' HWS PDF up, and there's too much choice, being the Vulcan 135L (3star), Rheem 135L (3star) and the Rheem Stellar 330L (5star).

2. Relating to the above, what size should I go for? There's only two people in the house, myself and my housemate. Would the 300L unit be overkill?

3. Is getting the HWS replaced by Alinta Gas a good option, or should I try to find a plumber to do it? I don't mind cold showers, nor does the housie, so if enough people reckon Alinta is a bad bad choice, then let me know :)


Also, does anyone reckon that if I do get Alinta to do it, whether I'd be able to get their plumber to also install an outdoor shower for me?

Cheers :)


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